Carbon
dioxide passes symbolic mark
For the first time in millions of years, carbon
dioxide in the atmosphere has passed 400 ppm. This milestone is
a sobering reminder of the rapid pace of climate change, say
scientists in
the Guardian. An
Observer editorial highlights the need for swift political
action, with the UK well-placed to build a low carbon
industry.
BBC News
News:
Taxpayers to bail out stricken coal
giant
Ministers are trying to persuade the Coal Authority, a
taxpayer-funded body sponsored by DECC, to take over Daw Mill deep
mine in Warwickshire.
Sunday Times
European energy chief puts forward case for
funding coal
Riccardo Puliti, head of the European Bank for
Reconstruction and Development, has hinted at the companies
readiness to invest in new coal operations in Kosovo and
Serbia.
The Guardian
Speculation mounts over exit of key Number 10
climate adviser
Ben Moxham has resigned from his position as senior energy
and climate advisor to the Prime Minister.The Independent comments on the
recent "exodus of energy experts".
BusinessGreen
Rollout of smart energy meters delayed by a
year
The nationwide roll-out of 50 million smart meters across
homes and businesses will begin a year later than expected - in
autumn 2015. This is to develop the data needed to underpin the
technology, reportsBusinessGreen.
The Telegraph
Climate change sceptic to advise David Cameron on
foreign policy
Peter Lilley, one of only four MP's to vote against the
Climate Change Act, has been appointed to advise David Cameron on
foreign policy - a move that has angered green
campaigners.
The Guardian
Labour hits out at energy policy
confusion
Barry Gardiner, special envoy for climate change to Ed
Milliband warns the Conservative party "race to the bottom" with
UKIP poses an increasing risk to jobs and investment.
BusinessGreen
Commentary:
Which side will you take in Britain's frack
wars?
With a look at opponents and supporters of shale gas
exploration, Geoffrey Lean says the fracking debate is heating up
fast.
The Telegraph
Carbon dioxide hits a new high, but
geo-engineering won't help
Geoengineering the climate to lower earth's temperature is
"not a miracle cure for climate change - it's more like a
tourniquet", says Australian climate scientist Steve
Sherwood.
The Conversation
Climate milestone is a moment of symbolic
significance on road of idiocy
With carbon dioxide levels passing the symbolic threshold of
400 ppm, "the only way to look forward is back", says
Monbiot.
The Guardian
Climate change 'will make hundreds of millions
homeless'
Leading UK economist Lord Stern warns of the potentially
devastating effects of global warming - including displacing
millions from their homes.
The Observer
Leading Questions: Ian Marchant
Douglas Fraser talks to Ian Marchant, boss of energy giant
SSE, about rising bills, the future of the UK's energy supply and
his company's record £10.5 million fine for
mis-selling.
BBC News
Science:
Climate Sensitivity Stunner: Last Time CO2 Levels
Hit 400 Parts Per Million The Arctic Was 14°F
Warmer!
Joe Romm discusses a new paper revealing what earth was
like more than three million years ago when carbon dioxide levels
were similar to today.
Climate Progress
Life on Earth under threat from CO2 levels, say
scientists
A new study finds two thirds of common plant species and
half of animal species could see their habitat more than halve by
2080, if nothing is done to curb emissions. BBC News, The Times and Reuters report on the new
paper.
The Independent
Icy Arctic rising as economic, security hot
spot
As Canada takes the helm at the Arctic Council, attention
turns to strengthening nations' responses to shipping-related
accidents in remote Arctic waters.
PhysOrg
What you need to know about climate
sensitivity
Dana Nuccitelli discuses the finer points of climate
sensitivity - the amount of warming expected to occur from a
doubling of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
The Guardian